[Coral-List] Instructor: CIEE Research Station Bonaire Spring Semester 2016

Rita Peachey RPeachey at ciee.org
Sun Jan 3 16:19:57 EST 2016


Dear Coral List Members:

CIEE is hiring a Conservation Biology Instructor for Spring Semester 2016. Please find the details below and if you know of any excellent candidates for the position, please forward the following announcement.

Best wishes for a Happy 2016!
Rita Peachey


Tropical Marine Conservation Biology Instructor

CIEE Research Station Bonaire, Dutch Caribbean

Application deadline: 15 January 2016 (review begins immediately)

Spring Semester: January 25 - May 13, 2016 (16 weeks)

www.cieebonaire.org<http://www.cieebonaire.org/>


Program Description
The CIEE Tropical Marine Ecology and Conservation Program in Bonaire is a study abroad program for upper level, undergraduate students. The innovative 14 week semester program combines theoretical knowledge and research skills to support the flagship course of the program; Independent Research in Marine Ecology/Biology. Students conduct field and laboratory research to answer important questions in the field of coral reef ecology. The Independent Research course results in 4 major learning outcomes: a research proposal, a research paper, an oral presentation in a public forum and publication of a volume of an in-house journal. The Coral Reef Ecology and Tropical Marine Conservation Biology courses provide the theoretical basis for the program. The combined courses, Advanced SCUBA and Marine Ecology Field Research Methods, result in students becoming certified AAUS Scientific Divers (American Academy of Underwater Sciences) and competencies in a wide range of coral reef research skills. The Cultural History of Bonaire course ties the program to the island of Bonaire.



Position Description

The Tropical Marine Conservation Biology Instructor is part of a team of professionals that work together to achieve specific academic and student achievement goals. The Instructor must be interested in all aspects of the success of the Research Station with excellent teaching and leadership skills and the ability to be an exemplary part of a team. The Instructor will teach:

Tropical Marine Conservation Biology (3 semester credit hours),

Marine Ecology Field Research Methods (3 semester credit hours), and

Co-teach Independent Research (4 semester credit hours) to a class of 12-14 upper-level, undergraduate students.



This is a full-time academic position with significant responsibilities to the overall program. All members of the team participate in CIEE activities; including participating in the Outreach program, Public Lecture series, field trips, camping and other group activities. In addition to teaching responsibilities, duties will include supporting CIEE's research program, which includes field and laboratory research, analyzing data, report writing, proposal writing and manuscript preparation. The AAUS Dive Safety Program requires excellent planning and record keeping. Lastly, the instructor will work closely with the Director and Administration to assist with laboratory management and day to day operations at the field station. This is a physically demanding position.



Qualifications
The minimum qualifications are: a PhD in Biology (or related field) with an emphasis in marine ecology or biology; scientific diving experience and a comprehensive dive physical (AAUS); broad field research experience in marine ecology and excellent analytical skills; demonstrated ability to work as a team member; a commitment to education and research in marine ecology and conservation; an eagerness to work closely with students; an appreciation for field-based education; current certifications in First Aid, CPR, DAN Oxygen Rescue; DAN dive insurance; a driver's license and the ability to drive a standard.



Compensation: Salary ($6,400), housing and round trip air fare are provided for the 16 week term of this position. Although temporary, success in this position may lead to the option for an extension to a year around position in the fall of 2016. Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a cover letter detailing teaching experience, field and laboratory skills and diving credentials; a CV; contact information for three references; and statement of teaching philosophy in a single pdf to info at cieebonaire.org<mailto:info at cieebonaire.org>.  Please enter - TMCB Instructor application - in the regarding line of the email. For more information about the semester program in Bonaire go to www.cieebonaire.org<http://www.cieebonaire.org/> or visit CIEE Bonaire on Facebook.


DR. RITA PEACHEY // CIEE
Director - CIEE Research Station Bonaire
Resident Director - CIEE Tropical Marine Ecology & Conservation
Executive Director - Association of Marine Laboratories of the Caribbean
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Kaya Gobernador Debrot #26
Kralendijk, Bonaire, BES, Dutch Caribbean
email rpeachey at ciee.org<mailto:rpeachey at ciee.org>
tel +599 786 7394<tel:+5997867394>
skype cieebonaire21
web cieebonaire.org/<http://cieebonaire.org/>


DR. RITA PEACHEY // CIEE
Director - CIEE Research Station Bonaire
Resident Director - CIEE Tropical Marine Ecology & Conservation
Executive Director - Association of Marine Laboratories of the Caribbean
────────────────────────────────────────────────────
Kaya Gobernador Debrot #26
Kralendijk, Bonaire, BES, Dutch Caribbean
email rpeachey at ciee.org<mailto:rpeachey at ciee.org>
tel +599 786 7394<tel:+5997867394>
skype cieebonaire21
web cieebonaire.org/<http://cieebonaire.org/>



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